2010 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Pajero | ActiveHybrid 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
