1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Meteor | X5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |