2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1069 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 99 L |
