2004 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
