2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Endeavor | 550 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
