2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2008 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fusion | Outlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |