1999 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1990 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1990 Toyota Century | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |