2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
