2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-150 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
