2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2011 BMW X5 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. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
