2009 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 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 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 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 525 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
