2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2012 Mazda CX-7 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX-7 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |