2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Outlander | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
