2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Pajero | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
