2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 253 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2002 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ford Taurus | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus | Pajero |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |