2005 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 530 | Verada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |