2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 827 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
