2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 Megane. 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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Pajero | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |