2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cayenne | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |
