2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 11 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 215 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.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 650. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 650 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
