2008 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 120 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
