2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 530 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
