2011 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Pajero | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
