2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 127 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |