2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
