2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 568 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Pajero | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |
