2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3246 mm |