2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 373 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
