2008 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
