2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2009 Subaru Outback | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
Model | Outback | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |