2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
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 Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 614 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
