2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 191 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.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
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2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 74 L |