2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SSR | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
