Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 220 hp@6250 204 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 107.4 in | -2.3 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 190.2 in | -7.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 57.2 in | 8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 3280 lb. | 247 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 38.7 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 57.4 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 54.0 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.5 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 53.6 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.0 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.8 in | 0.0 in | 49.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.1 in | 0.0 in | 39.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.7 in | 0.0 in | 27.7 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 26.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.2 ft3 | 15.8 | 20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | 56.8 ft3 |
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nice support for tall person and confy seating see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
was more comdfortable, easier entry and exiting, more shoulder hip and head room than most othersreguardless of what other manufacturers specs stated. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
more leg and shoulder room than most. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adjustable, reclinable rear seat is very roomy and comfortable. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The power drivers seat makes it easy to find a seating position suitable to any driver. see full Ford Fusion review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room. see full Ford Fusion review |
2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The roofline should be a few inches higher, and the lower section of the centre stack should be narrower to provide more room for the right knee. see full Ford Fusion review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
not for full size adults, but good for pre-teens see full Ford Fusion review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Seat support seemed to break down over the 2 years I drove this vehicle. Window was very high in relation to the seat. see full Ford Fusion review |