2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 542 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
