1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero and 1998 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 820 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Pajero | 306 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |