2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Lotus Elise 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Elise | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |