2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 203 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ridgeline | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |