1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Dedra | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Dedra | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
