1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corsica | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
