2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
