2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestyle | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
