2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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 38 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 520 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2537 mm |