2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 630 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 2011 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia, 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 Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Proudia | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |