2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 660 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Pajero | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
