1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Dardo | X5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |