1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
