2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
