2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Grandis | 125 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
