2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fairlane and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2005 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
