2010 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
Model | Pajero | Panda |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |