2004 Mini One vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | One | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
