2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 2170 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
