2003 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
