1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 670 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Indigo | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
