2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 948 kg more than 1996 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |
