2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 874 kg more than 2000 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 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ascender | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
