2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Outlander | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
