2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Verada | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |