2010 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 981 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Armada | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Armada | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2521 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |
