2008 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X5 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
