1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Pajero | C30 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |