1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Avalon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2819 mm |