1992 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | X5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |