2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2003 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 Hyundai Sonata. 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 Hyundai Sonata (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2003 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Pajero | Sonata |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |