2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ducato | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
