2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-250 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
