2003 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 (410 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
