2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 9 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 2010 Kia Rio. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Pajero | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
