2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 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 (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 333 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
