2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
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, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
