2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
