2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Endeavor | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
