1996 Acura Integra vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 595 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 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Integra | X3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |