2010 BMW 535 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 535 and 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 535 | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 535 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
