2005 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 318 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
