2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 995 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Pajero | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
