2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 990 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
