2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 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, 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6. 2006 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Pajero | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |