2003 Honda Z vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
