2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 228 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 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Pajero | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
