2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cerato | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
