2003 MCC Smart vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2003 MCC Smart and 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Smart | Pajero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |