2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
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 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
