2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
