1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3140 mm |
