2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 93 L |
