1996 Mitsubishi Challenger vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Challenger | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3683 mm |