2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestar | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
