2007 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
