2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
