2001 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
