2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
