2007 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
