2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 2 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. 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 Mazda 2. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
