2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestyle | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
