2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 535 kg more than 2013 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
