1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Space Wagon | X3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |