1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | APV | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
