2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |