2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 885 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.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Outlander | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
