2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
