2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 120 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
