2012 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2012 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | NP300 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |