2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 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, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
