2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (329 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | ML | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |