2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2005 BMW 530 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 530 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |