2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 177 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mobilio | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
