2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |
