2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 1 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prizm | Pajero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |