2011 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2011 BMW 120 and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 120 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model 120 Lancer
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 59 L


 

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