2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
