2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
