2003 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
