2008 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 BMW 530 and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 530 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
