2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Pajero | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 59 L |
