2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
