2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
