2006 Acura TL vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Acura TL and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TL | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |