2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES
To start off, both 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS and 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
