2007 BMW 130 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
