2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-350 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 88 L |
