2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,406 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 137 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2002 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 | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-350 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |