2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |