2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 346 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |