2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 327 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
