1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caldina | Pajero |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |