2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (199 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Murano | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |
