2010 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
