2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Megane | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |