2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 Pajero (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 34 L |
