1989 Subaru XT vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | XT | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
