2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X3 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
