2003 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
