2003 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 520 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |