2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
