2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 295 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Outlander | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |