2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2007 Nissan Titan 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. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | Titan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |