1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 206. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Pajero | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
