1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Applause | X6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |