2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
