2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon 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 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 Seat Leon. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 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 | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
