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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,185

Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart   
Difference: $8,525

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,932

Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart   
Difference: $7,211

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracLancer
TrimLimitedRalliart
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,490 $26,490
Base Invoice $25,606 $25,237
Electronics Package 545  
4.6L V8 1,310  
Floor mats 65  
AWD 2,520  
Adrenaline Package 2,995  
Electronics Package 463  
4.6L V8 1,192  
Floor mats 47  
AWD 2,294  
Adrenaline Package 2,756  
Options (change) 7,435 0
Options (change) 6,752 0
Destination 785 695
Total Price $35,710 $27,185
Total Invoice $33,143 $25,932

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,995
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,791
Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracLancer
TrimLimitedRalliart
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Engine292hp V8237hp I4
TransmissionA6S6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-18215/45-18
Total Price$35,710$27,185
Adjustments for Features-1,5300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,180$27,185
Total Invoice$33,143$25,932
Adjustments for Features-1,4200
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,723$25,932

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracLancer
TrimLimitedRalliart
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
6-speed automated manual $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power sliding rear window$250 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents$100 
Rear defrost $200
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275
Limited-slip front differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler $200
Running boards$350 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
USB port$25 
Voice control for audio system$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass$0 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$7,075$5,545
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,530$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,4200

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracLancer
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Wheelbase130.5 in103.7 in
Length210.2 in180.0 in
Width73.7 in69.4 in
Height72.5 in58.7 in
Curb Weight4,793 lb.3,480 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.15.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in54.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume0.011.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%
Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested251%
Total Not Requested165099%

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