2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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. Both 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2010 Volvo S80 are equipped with a 3,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 531 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 Volvo S80. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Pajero | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
