2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestar | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
