2005 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |
