1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 123 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lincoln |
| Model | Pajero | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
