2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
