2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2008 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR Tuscan. 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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Pajero | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
