1997 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina 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:
1997 Toyota Carina | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Carina | X5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |