1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
