2012 BMW 535 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 535 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 535 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |