2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Polo. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |