2010 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2012 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Outlander | TL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
