2011 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 620 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai Equus 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Hyundai Mitsubishi
Model Equus Outlander
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2035 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 5159 mm 4295 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1491 mm 1631 mm
Wheelbase Size 3045 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 63 L


 

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