2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
