2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2008 Saturn Sky 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Sky. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Pajero | Sky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
