2008 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 528 would be higher. 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 62 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
