1995 Subaru Vivio vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Vivio | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Vivio | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2934 mm |
