2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
