2009 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 328 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
