2007 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X3 | Aurora |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4465 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |