2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Outlander | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
