2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion.
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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excursion | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |