2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 87 L |
