2008 BMW 116 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 116 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
