2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Liberty | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
