2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 87 L |