2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 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. Both 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero are equipped with a 1,834 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
