2003 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 364 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Escape | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Pajero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |