2009 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
