2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 530 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |