2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galaxy | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
