1996 Acura Integra vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
