2009 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
