2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 530 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Pajero | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
