2000 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
