2011 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. Both 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2012 BMW 528 are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Outlander | 528 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
