2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
