2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
