2013 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2013 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Outback |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 24 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | electric | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4665 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
