2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 318 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |