2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
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2003 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fiesta | Outlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |