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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 3500 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 BMW X3 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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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 | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |