2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Colorado | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |