1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 650 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 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Dedra | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Dedra | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
