2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 397 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |
