2009 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
