Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 vs Mitsubishi Outlander 2006

 
Mitsubishi Outlander
2012 - 2015
Mitsubishi Outlander
2006 - 2009
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Petrol2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming belt
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.

Performance

Power: 150 HP136 HP
Torque: 195 NM176 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.6 seconds10.7 seconds
Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 engine produces 14 HP more power than Mitsubishi Outlander 2006, whereas torque is 19 NM more than Mitsubishi Outlander 2006. Thanks to more power Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.89.1
The Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 consumes 2.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mitsubishi Outlander 2006, which means that by driving the Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 345 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres59 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 880 km in combined cycle640 km in combined cycle
Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 350'000 km520'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mitsubishi Outlander 2006 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 12 years44 years
Engine spread: Used only for this carInstalled on at least 4 other car models, including Mitsubishi Lancer, Mitsubishi Space Wagon
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mitsubishi Outlander 2006 might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The Mitsubishi Outlander 2006 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 4.66 m4.54 m
Width: 1.80 m1.75 m
Height: 1.68 m1.62 m
Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 is larger.
Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 is 12 cm longer than the Mitsubishi Outlander 2006, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 is 6 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 145 litres402 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
986 litres1691 litres
Mitsubishi Outlander 2006 has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 has 257 litres less trunk space than the Mitsubishi Outlander 2006. This could mean that the Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mitsubishi Outlander 2006 (by 705 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Mitsubishi Outlander 2006, which means Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): no data2`300
Safety:
Quality:Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Mitsubishi Outlander 2006 has serious deffects in 180 percent more cases than Mitsubishi Outlander 2012, so Mitsubishi Outlander 2012 quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 10 0003400
Pros and Cons: Mitsubishi Outlander has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
Mitsubishi Outlander has
  • timing belt engine
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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