2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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 (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Pajero | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |