2010 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2010 Mercedes-Benz C and 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
