2011 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Nubira and 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 214 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nubira | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
