2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spark | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
