1996 Honda Today vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Today | X5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1994 mm |