2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 835 kg more than 2002 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
