2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (138 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
