2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
