2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 3 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3. 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 (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |