2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
