1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 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 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Wrangler | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
