2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 780 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.
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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2011 Cadillac SRX 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. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
Model | Pajero | SRX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |