2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2012 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Endeavor | 530 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
