2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (318 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
