2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ridgeline | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
