2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1031 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 125 L |
