2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.

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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Outlander Outlander
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2397 cc 2378 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L