2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 298 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Pajero | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 8.7 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 | 1990 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
