1999 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 330 | Pajero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |