2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz C and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 412 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | C | Pajero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |