2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 125 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
