2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1404 mm |
