2005 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 945 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
