2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tucson | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
