2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 70 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.
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 A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Audi A7 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. 2012 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Pajero | A7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2913 mm |
