2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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 Mitsubishi Pajero (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
