1995 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 2004 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
