2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2919 mm |
