Toyota Prado Vs Mitsubishi Challenger/Pajero Sport

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I put this page up so that you can compare the Toyota Prado to the Mitsubishi Challenger otherwise known as the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

The Mitsubishi Challenger (KH Series) is probably the name that will be used in Australia if it is ever released. It is currently for sale elsewhere in the world already as of 2009. (At the time this page was written.)

The Pajero Sport is not related to the bigger regular Pajero. The Pajero Sport is based on the Mitsubishi Triton/Trojan/L200 utility truck. The major components are shared but the Challenger has more passenger friendly parts. It can also seat up to 7 by the way.

This car is not a direct competitor to the Prado since it is smaller and certainly has no upmarket components although 90's style fake wood trim is everywhere in the interior. Besides it is a traditional 4WD and clearly more hard core than regular SUVs.

Specification comparison below.

 


Mitsubishi Challenger
VS
120 SeriesToyota Prado

The Challenger is more comparable to the overseas version of the Toyota Fortuner or any other utility based vehicle that has been converted to carry passengers. However it is not the same as the 4Runner which is based on the current bigger HiLux.

This class of vehicles have much more off road and 4WD capability than smaller SUVs, for example the Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail or Honda CRV. However the trade off is less on-road handling.

The engines available for the Challenger/Pajero Sport are the same as those for the Triton utility. So they are decent enough. It uses more basic hardware so it will be more durable and probably be easier to fix if something does go wrong. 

One thing about this car is that I think it looks much better in real life than it does in pictures.

Note that specifications will change according to the trim models available and additional or less accessories.  You should check the official Mitsubishi website for your country for the most up to date information.
 


Last known pricing (RRP)

NOT including on roads, discounts etc...
AUGUST 2010

120 Series Toyota Prado
2009 $47,100 - 79,500 AUD

Mitsubishi Challenger/Pajero Sport
2010 $44,490 - 56,390 AUD
 

 

Landcruiser Prado Mitsubishi Challenger / Pajero Sport

Engines  
1GR-FE
V6 Petrol
Quad Cam with VVTi EFI
4 Litre (3956cc)
Claimed 179Kw @ 5200RPM
Claimed 376Nm @ 3800RPM (Auto)
Claimed 343Nm @ 2400-2800RPM (Manual)


1KD-FTV
IL4 Twin Cam
Turbo-charged
Common rail direct injection
3 Litre (2982cc)
Claimed 127Kw @ 3400RPM
Claimed 410Nm @ 1600RPM

1KZ-TE (2003-2006)
IL4 Turbo-charged Diesel EFI
Single Cam
3 Litre (2982cc)
Claimed 96Kw 3600RPM
Claimed 343Nm 2000RPM (Auto & Manual)
 

6G74 Variant???
V6 Petrol
SOHC 24 Valve EFI
3.5 Litre (3497cc)
Claimed 135Kw @ 4750RPM
Claimed 309Nm @ 3500RPM
(This is a guess)

4D56 Variant
IL4 Diesel Twin Cam 16 valve
Turbo charged with intercooler
Common rail direct injection
2.5 Litre (2477cc)
Claimed 131Kw @ 4000RPM
400Nm @ 2000RPM

4M41 Variant???
IL4 Diesel Twin Cam 16 valve
Turbo charged with intercooler
Direct injection
3.2 Litre (3200cc)
Claimed 121Kw @3500RPM (Manual)
343Nm @ 2000RPM (Manual)
(This is a guess)
 
(Available at time of writing.)

Weight  
Kerb weight 1900-2190 Kg
Towing capacity up to 2500Kg
Kerb weight 2055Kg
Towing capacity up to 2500Kg
Fuel capacity & consumption  
180 litres (This is not an error)
V6 Petrol 13.5 litres per 100km
IL4 Diesel 9.3 litres per 100km
70 litres
V6 Petrol 00(M) 00(A) litres per 100km
IL4 Diesel 9.8 litres per 100km
Other specifications  
5 Spd Auto or 6 spd manual transmission
Overall height/Overall width 1905/1875
Overall length/Wheelbase 4850/2790
Track (front/rear) 1575/1575
5 spd Auto or 5 speed manual
Overall height/Overall width 1800/1815
Overall length/Wheelbase 4695/2800
Track (front/rear) 1520/1515
Capability  
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach 32
Departure 27
Minimum ground clearance 205mm
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach 36
Departure 25
Minimum ground clearance 215mm
Performance  
Prado performance figures  
Pricing  
2009 $47,100 - 79,500 AUD
*Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc...
 
2010 $44,490 - 56,390 AUD
*Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc...


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