2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (199 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 71 L |