2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 762 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SSR | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
