2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |