2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 255 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Pajero | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2895 mm |
