2003 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 (500 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | X5 | Outlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 213 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |