2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
