2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. 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 67 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 615 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
