2004 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
