2006 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 672 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
