2010 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
