2005 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 525 | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |