1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2010 BMW X6

To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Apollo 2010 BMW X6
Make Holden BMW
Model Apollo X6
Year Released 1990 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4879 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1689 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2934 mm


 

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