1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | L 200 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
