2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 626 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
