1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 766 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3099 mm |
