2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
