2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 6 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 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 855 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster 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:
| 2011 Dacia Duster | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Duster | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
