2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S40. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Pajero | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |