2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
