1999 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
