2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Expedition | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
