2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 429 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
