1999 Audi TT vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 1 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. 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 1999 Audi TT. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
