2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 806 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1842 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
