2011 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 350 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mitsubishi Pajero 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Mitsubishi Mercedes-Benz
Model Pajero CLS
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 80 L


 

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