2003 Holden Zafira 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 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zafira | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
