1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
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 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
