2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Kia Picanto 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Picanto | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Picanto | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |