2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler 300 and 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2003 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | 300 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |