2012 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X5 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 3130 mm |
