1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Isuzu Impulse has manual transmission. 1990 Isuzu Impulse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Impulse | X6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2933 mm |