2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Pajero | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
