2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Pajero | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
