2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
