2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Compass. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Pajero | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
