2010 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (199 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus LS | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 71 L |
