1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
