2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Pajero | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |