2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Idea | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |
