2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 484 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
