2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Pajero | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 L |
