2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2001 BMW M3 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |