2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 71 L |
