1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Dardo | X5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |