2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | X5 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |