2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 714 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
