2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 423 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pajero | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
