2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.
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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Pajero | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 58 L |
