2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Expedition | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
