2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 27 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 Chrysler 300. 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 (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
