2001 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
