2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (314 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
