Mitsubishi Outlander was first introduced in 2001 and was based on Mitsubishi ASX concept car. The ASX stands for Active Sports Crossover that facilitate the company strategy to place SUV as a all season off road vehicle that has greater ground clearance giving it an edge on all surfaces with four wheel option to give smooth grip on road.
The Subaru Forester is older with the production start in 1997, though initially its body was more of a compact one which later upgraded to mid size. The basic platform was that of Impreza, though it carved its distinction.
The Engine Package
The overall package is wisely put. When we talk about engine of Mitsubishi Outlander , the vehicle over the generation had come in 2000 CC, 2200 CC, 2300 CC, 2400 CC and 3000 CC respectively. In the latest generation of 2014, the model included is 2400 CC MIVEC SOHC in I4 Technology and 3000 CC MIVEC SOHC in V6 technology respectively. The torque has improved to 162 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm and 215 Ib-ft @ 3750 rpm.
The gear options have refined to 6 gear level with automatic and manual transmission ease. The technical soundness has lead to engine power efficiency. The Subaru Forester on the other hand, has 2000 CC Premium and Touring engine with 32 MPG fuel economy in 2500 CC Premium and Touring. The torque and horse power are also refined to a new level, so the driving with powerful engine happen to the best.
Tools of Today
The Mitsubishi Outlander has eye drive assist that uses two cameras to monitor traffic condition and reacts to condition even when before you feel any threat. The rear gate opens and close with just a push of button, so loading and unloading of luggage happens to perfection. The Subaru Forester also has these features with Bluetooth to give hand free technology at the best with voice and controls installed on steering wheel. The HD radio gives voice quality to new level working with Harman Kardon speakers, Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity and USB/iPod control for better technology experience.
Secure Protection
Mitsubishi Outlander comes with state of art features that work in synchronization with technology. The seven airbags safety system offers driver seat, front seat, sides and driver’s knee protection. So in case of collision much of the damage could be avoided. The active stability control helps maintain and control lateral movement, hence when maneuvering the wheel slip can be avoided to the best. The rise body construction plays a crucial role in collision that absorbs energy and is crucial for high cabin integrity. The forward collision mitigation works with its sensors to alert the driver through both sound and visual cues of the potential threat and automatically apply brake.
The Subaru Forester comes with handling efficiency to minimize the effect of collision. The All Wheel Drive symmetrical Subaru provide maximum traction with giving grip on slippery surface. The engine allow low center of gravity for improved response. It also sits low in frame that aids in front end collision chassis and gives shield in passenger area.
There is much more similarity in two, yet both have different customer base.