2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 2012 BMW X3
Make Mitsubishi BMW
Model Pajero X3
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2477 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 67 L


 

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