2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
