1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
