2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. 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 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
