2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
