2008 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
