2008 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X3 | Fourtrak TDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
