2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 1 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
