2011 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 328 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 328 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
