2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |