2003 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 530 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
