2001 Acura TL vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2001 Acura TL and 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Acura TL | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TL | Pajero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |