2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 778 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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2008 Volkswagen Bora | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bora | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |