2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 509 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
