2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 328 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
