2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Terrain. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Pajero | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
