2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 146 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 2012 Nissan Juke. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Juke |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
