2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
