Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 224 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 109.8 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 188.4 in | -5.1 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 75.2 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 68.1 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3571 lb. | 4178 lb. | -607 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 59.7 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 56.7 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 43.2 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 59.5 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 56.5 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 36.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 55.0 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.4 in | 42.3 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.2 in | 29.2 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 106.4 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -32.1 ft3 |
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander.
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |