2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |
