1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
