2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 751 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
