2005 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
