2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 74 L |
