2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Airflite | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
