2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Piranha | X1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
