2002 BMW 332 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 332 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
