2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 926 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Exige | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |