2007 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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 Toyota Carina. 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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |