2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Suburban Pajero
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 3198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 502 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 98.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2390 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 88 L


 

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