2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 207 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 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |