2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |