2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Pajero | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |