1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
