2009 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Pajero | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |