1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Typhoon | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2933 mm |
