2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elise | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
