2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
Model | Pajero | Relay |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |