2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 541 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |