2007 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 523 | L 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |