2007 BMW X3 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |