2003 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1996 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 1996 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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
