2012 Nissan NV vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 623 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.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NV | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 71 L |
