2004 Toyota Allion vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Allion 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 290 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion. 2004 Toyota Allion 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. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Allion | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Allion | 550 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2969 mm |
