1998 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Laser 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Laser Outlander
Year Released 1998 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 277 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 76 mm
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 63 L


 

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