2009 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
