2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 81 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Pajero | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
