2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 282 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus | Pajero |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |