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Pajero Best Engine Gen3 03 reg

  • 01-12-2011 7:06pm
    #1
    liam7831
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,822 ✭✭✭


    Hi guys there is three different engine types in the diesel, the 2.5, the 2.8 and the 3.2.

    Would the 2.5 be the most economical?
    I see most second hand models have the 3.2 engine it seems the most popular?


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  • #2
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,544 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    2.8 is the old model. 2.5 is very underpowered


  • #3
    kawasaki1100
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 138 ✭✭kawasaki1100


    liam7831 wrote: »
    Hi guys there is three different engine types in the diesel, the 2.5, the 2.8 and the 3.2.

    Would the 2.5 be the most economical?
    I see most second hand models have the 3.2 engine it seems the most popular?
    The 2.8 is the old engine but its reliable. I find the 2.5 needs another gear or overdrive as the engine is screaming at 60mph.
    The 3.2 is a gulpin on diesel.


  • #4
    Fishtits
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,382 ✭✭✭Fishtits


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    2.8 is the old model. 2.5 is very underpowered

    Historically incorrect.

    Both were offered side by side.

    The 2800 was the basis for the current 3.2.

    2800 offered 130bhp while the 2.5 offfered 90 bhp, so yes, the 2.5 was a little sluggish,

    Both damn reliable though...


  • #5
    doctorchopper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 899 ✭✭✭doctorchopper


    Fishtits wrote: »
    Historically incorrect.

    Both were offered side by side.

    The 2800 was the basis for the current 3.2.

    2800 offered 130bhp while the 2.5 offfered 90 bhp, so yes, the 2.5 was a little sluggish,

    Both damn reliable though...

    Think you are wrong there, in the 00 and newer pajero only the 2.5 and 3.2 were options. 3.2 is a more powerful engine with better fuel economy, but the 2.5 is more reliable. As far as another gear, the 2.5 could use one, at 120kph you are at approx 3000 rpm. But that would be considered gen 4 would it not. unless they don't count the 97-99 model as a new gen.


  • #6
    liam7831
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,822 ✭✭✭liam7831


    Ya i think im best going for the 3.2 with a service history for piece of mind. Thinking about 02 to 04, will let ye know what i get.
    Thanks for feedback
    Any other tips appreciated


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  • #7
    doctorchopper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 899 ✭✭✭doctorchopper


    yes the 3.2 would be a better choice. When you test drive it make sure that the 4x4 functions as it should, give it a good long test in 4wd high and 2wd high as the switches in the transfer box give trouble. I just had all 5 changed. Apparently they suffer from moisture inside the transfer box and the switches and servo get corroded. The only way to solve this is to change the oil every year which most people don't do.


  • #8
    101sean
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,884 ✭✭✭101sean


    I dare say they get little use anyway! Common problem with Tboxes on many 4x4s is seized mechanisms through lack of use, especially on UK imports where the only off roading is bumping over a kerb in Tesco :rolleyes:


  • #9
    doctorchopper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 899 ✭✭✭doctorchopper


    101sean wrote: »
    I dare say they get little use anyway! Common problem with Tboxes on many 4x4s is seized mechanisms through lack of use, especially on UK imports where the only off roading is bumping over a kerb in Tesco :rolleyes:

    You are so right there, i put it in 4x4 every couple weeks just to keep everything lubed up, that way there are no surprises when you need it.


  • #10
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,544 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Fishtits wrote: »
    Historically incorrect.

    Both were offered side by side.

    The 2800 was the basis for the current 3.2.

    2800 offered 130bhp while the 2.5 offfered 90 bhp, so yes, the 2.5 was a little sluggish,

    Both damn reliable though...

    What do you mean? The op is looking at the 2003 pajero which has either 2.5 and 3.2 engines, the 2.8 isn't available on it, but was on the previous generation from the early 90s


  • #11
    Top Dog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,175 ✭✭✭Top Dog


    colm_mcm wrote: »
    What do you mean? The op is looking at the 2003 pajero which has either 2.5 and 3.2 engines, the 2.8 isn't available on it, but was on the previous generation from the early 90s
    Technically it was available - but on Asian markets only. It was soon discontinued, but you'll see the odd one pop up on DoneDeal. Always a '99 or '00 plate, and always a Jap import. ;)


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  • #12
    db330
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 170 ✭✭db330


    I've got the 3.2 auto, and there not as bad on diesel as people think 30mg for normal relaxed driving,

    And so far mine has been nice and reliable 290k and still going strong without any work (servicing and front wheel bearing)

    The 3.2 manual does need the clutch and fly wheel done every 100,000 miles i've heard, and the front wheel bearing aren't the strongest. But other than that strong yokes


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