2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
