2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 765 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.
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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Pajero | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
