2008 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Opel Frontera and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (199 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Opel Frontera | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | Frontera | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |