2007 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
