2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
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2003 Ford Taurus | 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus | Pajero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |