2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza.
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 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Venza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 67 L |