2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avensis | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
