2005 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |