1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 746 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Odyssey | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
