2001 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1154 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
