2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 99 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fusion. 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
