2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | HR-V | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |