1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
