2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-350 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |
