2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2003 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Lancer | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |