2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 286 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | Escape |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |