2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Pajero | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
