2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 525 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |