2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 61 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane.
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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
