2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Outlander | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |