2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
