2002 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 316 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 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Verada | 316 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
