2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 663 kg more than 2004 Toyota Solara.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Solara. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Solara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
