2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 114 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.
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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
