2007 BMW X3 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X3 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
