2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (199 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
