2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1486 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excursion | Outlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |