2003 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
