Do you have a growing family? Do you need lots of space for your weekend adventures outside of Montgomeryville, Lansdale, and Doylestown, PA? Do you want an extended vessel that doesn’t compromise on space or power? If any of the above applies, you’re definitely in the market for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder or the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander.

At Montgomeryville Nissan, we’re ready to put an end to your car-buying journey with this Nissan Pathfinder vs. Mitsubishi Outlander comparison! Continue reading below to uncover the SUV you’ll be driving home.

Power for Daily Drives and Family Vacations

When it comes to large SUVs, they need a lot of power to get them rolling. Fortunately, the Nissan Pathfinder offers a heart-pumping performance right out the gate. You’ll find its 3.5-liter V6 engine generates 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque!

On the other hand, the Mitsubishi Outlander falls behind on standard performance. Its 2.5-liter engine cranks out a balanced 181 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. Although it’s powerful in its own right, the Pathfinder can offer you quicker acceleration—perfect for when you need to run the kids to school before departing for work.

More engine power also means better towing capabilities. The Outlander can tow up to 2,000 pounds, while the Pathfinder can tow up to 6,000 pounds when properly equipped.* This 4,000-pound difference means you can tow heavier items, like a small hard-sided RV, a small recreational boat, or a couple of jet skis—items far too heavy for the Outlander to haul.

Size and Space Where You Need It

In terms of cabin space, the Nissan Pathfinder and the Mitsubishi Outlander have a few differences. For starters, the Pathfinder can carry up to eight passengers in its standard model, while the Outlander can transport up to seven.

Even with an added seat on board, the Nissan offers more wiggle room for passengers across all three rows:

	2022 Nissan Pathfinder	2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
Headroom (first/second/third row)	42.3 inches/39.6 inches/ 37.8 inches	40.6 inches/39.1 inches/ 34.5 inches
Legroom (first/second/third row)	44.3 inches/35.5 inches/ 28 inches	41.7 inches/39.9 inches/ 18.7 inches
Hip Room (first/second/third row)	58.3 inches/56.3 inches/ 46.7 inches	54 inches/53.3 inches/ 42.1 inches
Total Passenger Volume	148 cubic feet	125.5 cubic feet

All that added passenger space means your tallest to smallest passengers can enjoy a comfy ride around the area or out of state.

Convenient Technology

No work commute or away-game carpool is complete without some entertainment. Fortunately, both the Nissan Pathfinder and the Mitsubishi Outlander are well equipped in this department. Both models feature 8-inch touchscreen displays that can be upgraded to 9-inch screens.

Plus, drivers can hook up their smartphones to these infotainment systems via:

Apple CarPlay ® integration
Android Auto™ integration
Bluetooth®

However, with three rows of seats on board, it’ll be tricky for your rear passengers to control the infotainment. Not to worry! In both vehicles, you can opt for Wireless Apple CarPlay®, so anyone from the first row to the third can share their desired playlist.