2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
