1999 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
