2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (199 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 335 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |