2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nitro | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |
