1999 Holden Nova vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Nova | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Nova | X6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |
