1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2012 BMW X6

To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Toyota Lexcen 2012 BMW X6
Make Toyota BMW
Model Lexcen X6
Year Released 1993 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 174 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1983 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2933 mm


 

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