2005 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 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 |
