2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 9 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 123 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
