2012 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1020 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X5 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | X5 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |