2001 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | X5 | L 200 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |