2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 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, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 633 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
