2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
