2008 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |
