2008 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 540. 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 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 540 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
