2011 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (287 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 440 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
