2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Pajero | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |