2003 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 330 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |