2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 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 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Pajero | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
