2001 BMW X5 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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 1991 Ford Festiva. 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 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
