2009 BMW 125 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 125 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
