1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |