2001 Toyota RunX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RunX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
