2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2003 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

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 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Mitsubishi Subaru
Model Pajero Legacy
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2971 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 175 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2680 mm


 

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