2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 514 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Pajero | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
