2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 764 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |