2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 227 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TL | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 255 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |