2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
