2009 BMW X6 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X6 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
