2006 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
