2007 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva

To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 1990 Ford Festiva
Make BMW Ford
Model X3 Festiva
Year Released 2007 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2300 mm


 

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