2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ranger (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
