2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
