2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Liberty | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
