2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.

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 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Lancer Pajero
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 98.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 105 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 71 L


 

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