1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
