2008 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 550 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
