1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica 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 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corsica | X6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |