2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Premacy | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
