2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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 2009 BMW 118. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
