2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadster | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
