2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
