2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
