2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |