2006 BMW X3 vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. 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 1992 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
