2009 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Supra. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
