2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Honda Fit

To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 10 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 695 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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 2013 Honda Fit. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.

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2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 2013 Honda Fit
Make Mitsubishi Honda
Model Pajero Fit
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2971 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1525 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2500 mm