Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 224 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 107.4 in | -2.3 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 190.2 in | -6.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 57.2 in | 8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3571 lb. | 3430 lb. | 141 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.7 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 57.4 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 54.0 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.3 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 37.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 56.5 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 53.6 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.0 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.4 in | 0.0 in | 39.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.2 in | 0.0 in | 28.2 in |
Total Legroom | 106.4 in (over 3 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 27.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 15.8 | 18.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | 47.5 ft3 |
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 |