2005 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (355 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
