2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X3 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 71 L |
