2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |