2005 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2001 BMW 325 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 2001 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2001 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Diamante | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |