2007 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
