2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche 996 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 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Pajero | 996 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
