2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-350. 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 F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2011 Ford F-350 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 F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | F-350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3967 mm |