2005 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
