2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elantra | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 92 L |
