2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
