2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
