2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 480 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 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Pajero | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |