2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 874 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-350 | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-350 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |