2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2009 Ford E-350 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-350 | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |