1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 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 1996 Chevrolet APV. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | APV | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
