2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 8 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 226 kg more than 2012 Opel Vivaro. 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 2012 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
