2010 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2010 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 679 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Outlander | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |