2011 BMW 128 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX

To start off, both 2011 BMW 128 and 2011 Mitsubishi ASX were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 128 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 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX, 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 128 2011 Mitsubishi ASX
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model 128 ASX
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4361 mm 4295 mm
Vehicle Width 1748 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1412 mm 1631 mm
Wheelbase Size 2659 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 63 L


 

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