2005 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
