1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 BMW X5

To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 2010 BMW X5
Make Ford BMW
Model Festiva X5
Year Released 1992 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 304 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 440 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 2185 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4857 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1776 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2934 mm


 

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