2005 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
