2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 2006 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
