2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |