2009 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M6 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
