2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Dodge Durango.
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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2003 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
