2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Suzuki | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Vitara | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |