2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 74 L |
