2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
