2008 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 69 L |
