2005 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ka 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ka. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
