2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Odyssey | Pajero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |