1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vantage | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
