2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (329 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 88 L |