2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1361 kg more than 2006 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 Excursion (475 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excursion | Pajero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |