2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | X3 | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |