2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Drifter | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1833 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
