2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 309 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mariner | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 292 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |