1993 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Grand Prix | X6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 85 L |