1999 BMW 845 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 92 kg more than 1999 BMW 845.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 845. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 845 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
