2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2006 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Speedster. 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 Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster 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 Speedster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
