2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | MiTo | X5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |