2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 292 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |