2004 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 2 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 306 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.
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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Pajero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |