2002 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2002 BMW 320 and 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 542 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 320 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |