2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Pajero | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
