2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
