2005 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| 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 | 215 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
