2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | Fusion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |