2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
