2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (132 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 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 Chevrolet Optra. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
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2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Optra | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |