2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 826 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
