2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
