2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Expedition | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
