2006 Lexus RX vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
