2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1060 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Outlander | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2475 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 136 L |