2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
