1996 Lexus LX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
