2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Montero | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
