2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Pajero | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |