2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Pajero | R8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
