2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 566 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
