2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2008 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 286 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
