2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Pajero | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |