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MPG - City | 26 - 42 MPG | 24 MPG |
MPG - Hwy | 32 - 36 MPG | 30 - 31 MPG |
Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Cargo Space | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 |
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Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Continuously Variable |
Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
Horsepower | 180 - 192 hp | 181 hp |
Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 2,000 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.2 in | 185.8 in |
Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 84.4 in |
Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.9 in |
Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Ford Escape offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mitsubishi Outlander.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Ford Escape and the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Convenience
The Ford Escape requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Escape will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much slimmer than the Mitsubishi Outlander, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
The Ford Escape is slightly shorter than the Mitsubishi Outlander, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Ford Escape has a larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Ford Escape will do just as well as the Mitsubishi Outlander, since they have about the same towing capacity.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Escape and the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Escape transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Utility
The Ford Escape has less seating than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making the Mitsubishi Outlander the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Ford Escape as you will in the Mitsubishi Outlander.