2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Liberty | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |