2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Pajero | Compass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 51 L |
