2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Exeo. 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2642 mm |
