2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (329 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
