1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | X3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
