1994 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 661 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Pajero | Altea |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |