2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (315 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
