2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
