2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 664 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
