2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Proudia | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3505 mm |
