2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
