2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 487 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
