2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 6 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
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 (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Pajero | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
