2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 127 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
