2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2008 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Pajero | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |