2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Outlander | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
