2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ikon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
