2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Croma 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 778 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. 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 Croma. 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 (329 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Croma | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |