1997 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Puma | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
