2007 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X3 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
