2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fusion | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
