1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero and 1996 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |