2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
