2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |