2008 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 213 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Today |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |