2011 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 2010 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
