2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 789 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pajero | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |
