2003 Holden Rodeo 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 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
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 (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Rodeo | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rodeo | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
