2009 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
