2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 and 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 523 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
