2010 Dacia Duster vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 2 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (199 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 790 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Dacia Duster | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Duster | Pajero |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |