2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
