2004 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1990 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW X5 | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Supra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |