1993 Toyota Aristo vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Aristo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Aristo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Aristo | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Aristo | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
