2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |
