2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 286 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Pajero | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
