2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V 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.
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2008 Honda CR-V | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CR-V | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |