2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
