2006 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 566 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
