2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
