2001 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
