2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 5 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, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 233 kg more than 2012 Acura RL.
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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Pajero | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
