2003 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II. 2003 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Mark II | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mark II | 550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
