2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 233 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Pajero | Equus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 77 L |
