2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Suzuki | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Vitara | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |