2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 51 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.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
Model | Pajero | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3009 mm |