1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 4180 mm |