1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vectra | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
