2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 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 (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DrifterX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
