2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. 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 (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
