2007 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X3 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
