2008 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2008 BMW 528 and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2351 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
